Business & Financial

California Blackjack Ban to Start in April: What to Know

A new set of regulations regarding blackjack-style games and the rotation of player-dealers that were approved in California this past week and take effect beginning on April 1, 2026, impacting only the state's 80 to 85 card rooms.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Sun, 02/15/2026 - 09:30

Rovell: DraftKings Took $54 Billion, But Potentil Liability was $2.5 TRILLION?

Indeed, DraftKings and FanDuel's stock were both getting crushed Friday and hitting three year lows. So what gives?

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sat, 02/14/2026 - 17:35

Kroger Gambling Machine Epidemic in Georgia: Why It's Legal in a State Where Gambling Mostly is Not

Georgia is one of just three states where these gambling terminals appear with the other two being Nevada and Illinois. Unlike the latter two, the Peach Tree State is not exactly friendly towards gambling.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sat, 02/14/2026 - 13:59

FanDuel Appoints Ari Avishay as Marketing Senior Vice President

Avishay joins FanDuel at a time of continued growth and momentum for the brand. FanDuel recently wrapped its Last Call for Football Super Bowl campaign, part of the company’s Play Your Game brand platform

Submitted by Press Release on, Fri, 02/13/2026 - 10:28

Doh: BetMGM Sends Out Email to More Than 3,803 Minors in Massachusetts

The shock news emerged during a hearing set by the The Massachusetts Gaming Commission Thursday morning.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 02/13/2026 - 09:35

New Zealand's Most Trusted Casino Review Sites

Several dedicated platforms help Kiwi players find safe and trustworthy online casinos by providing detailed assessments of gaming sites.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Fri, 02/13/2026 - 08:50

SDNY U.S. Attorney: 'Prediction Market' Label Provides No Insulation From Prosecution'

Polymarket has been hit with a second class action lawsuit in the Southern District of New York (SDNY) for operating an "unlicensed sports betting enterprise"

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Thu, 02/12/2026 - 10:52

FanDuel Won't Let Customers Use Credit Cards to Deposit Funds

The new policy is set to go into effect March 2.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 02/12/2026 - 10:32

Top 10 Most Downloaded Sports Betting Apps: Fanatics 70 Percent Increase, Bet365 11 Percent Decline

Caesars, missing from this list, is set to release its 4th quarter numbers on Tuesday.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 02/12/2026 - 10:09

Kalshi's Super Bowl Trading Volume Exceeded $1 Billion

Bets on halftime performer Bad Bunny’s first song exceeded $100 million.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 02/11/2026 - 14:24

Affiliate Networks 2.0: Why Services, Data and Relationships Matter with Alessandro Gherardi

John Wright of StatsDrone recent had the chance to catch up with Alessandro Gherardi from Fomento to learn more where affiliate networks site in the ecosystem.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 02/11/2026 - 10:45

Illinois Sees 4th Straight Month of Bet Count Drops as New Bill Introduced to Repeal Tax Increase

Sportsbooks in Illinois processed 27.6 million fewer bets between September and December compared to the same period last year.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 02/11/2026 - 10:00

MetaBet and Catena Media Enhance Collaboration With Renewed Partnership

MetaBet, the leading provider of real-time sports-centric affiliate revenue tools and interactive engagement technology, has expanded its collaboration with Catena Media, a global leader in performance marketing within online sports betting and casino gaming.

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 02/11/2026 - 09:55

Arizona to Impose 45 Percent Tax on Sports Betting

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs is proposing a 45% online sports betting tax ceiling, which could ultimately force some operators to exit the state market.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 02/10/2026 - 16:35

Red Papaya Enters the Markets with a Feature-Forward Slot Vision

Red Papaya is a studio that has positioned itself as a bold new developer focused on building modern slot experiences that combine creativity, proven mechanics, and data-led decision making.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Tue, 02/10/2026 - 10:16

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Announces $50 Million in Capital Investments

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City is reaffirming its commitment to excellence with a $50 million capital improvement plan for 2026 that is already underway.

Submitted by Press Release on, Tue, 02/10/2026 - 09:21

Pennsylvania-Based Amusement Company Pleads Guilty in Illegal Gambling Scheme

Deibler Brothers Novelty Company pleads guilty to a felony charge regarding installment and operation of hundreds of illegal video gambling devices at bars, convenience stores, and other locations in numerous counties.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Tue, 02/10/2026 - 09:14

Illinois Issues 60 Plus Cease and Desist Letters to Sweepstakes Casinos

The cease-and-desist letters demand that entities allegedly operating online casinos or sweepstakes platforms immediately block Illinois residents from accessing their sites, which Gambling911.com has obtained the names of.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Fri, 02/06/2026 - 09:31

How to Earn Money Online Through Crypto Casino Platforms

Earning money online through crypto casino platforms attracts many people who want digital income without diving into complex trading.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Fri, 02/06/2026 - 08:52

Instant Payout Casinos 2026 | Get Your Winnings Instantly

Canadian players expect to receive their gambling winnings quickly, ideally within the same day. Our experts signed up, deposited, played, and attempted to withdraw winning at 50+ websites to find the best instant payout casino platforms in 2026. Read on to discover fast payout casinos and their features.

Top 10 Online Casinos with Instant Withdrawals in Canada

We reviewed and confirmed that all listed platforms offer payouts within an hour, hold valid licenses, and welcome gamblers from Canada. Below are 10 such platforms with a key feature for each:

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Thu, 02/05/2026 - 13:03

Live Dealer Frenzy Pushing Casinos Into New Player Safety Challenges?

Industry reports indicate that live streaming casino games and services comprise about 30% of total online casino revenue.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 02/05/2026 - 10:22

Analyst Finds Kalshi Users Lose Money Faster Than Gamblers: Kalshi Claims 'Extortion'

Within hours, Kalshi softened its position, saying it still disagreed with the conclusions but that “after further review, we don’t believe the intention was extortion.”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 02/05/2026 - 08:13

Washington State Sues World Series of Poker, Bingo Blitz,, Slotomania, Big Fish Casino

Washington's Attorney General Nick Brown has filed a lawsuit against several sweepstakes casino companies that operate unlicensed electronic gambling applications (casino apps) which have taken more than $225 million from residents of the state since September 2020.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 02/04/2026 - 19:55

How AI is Changing Security Measures in Online Casinos

Online casinos are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve their security measures. This shift aims to protect user data and build trust among players.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Wed, 02/04/2026 - 08:26

Indiana Sweepstakes Casino Ban Moves Forward

Indiana state Rep. Ethan Manning’s bill looking to ban the sweepstakes online casinosadvanced to the upper chamber after easy passage in the House on Monday.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Tue, 02/03/2026 - 12:24

Betting on Super Bowl 2026 Commercials is the 4th Biggest Market at Prediction Platforms

Some sites now offer "matchups" prop bets on which commercial will air first during the big game.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 02/03/2026 - 09:09

BetMGM Looks to Combat Betting-Inspired Harassment...By Suspending Customer Accounts

In an effort to combat betting-inspired harassment, @BetMGM says it will suspend customer accounts if users are found to be “using harassing or abusive language toward athletes, coaches or other team or league personnel.”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 02/03/2026 - 08:45

Technological Innovations Shaping the Future of Online Gambling

As online gambling evolves, new technologies are transforming user engagement. Blockchain and AI are at the forefront of this change, offering secure and personalized experiences. These advancements are setting new industry standards.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Tue, 02/03/2026 - 08:14

Circa Sports Royals Partnership Could Boost Handle Following Slow Start

Missouri's first full month of offering sports betting proved lukewarm for Circa Sports, which reported $1.4 million in handle during the month of December. It launched the first day of the month.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Mon, 02/02/2026 - 13:55

Yaspa becomes founding member of UNLV’s AI Research Hub to Advance Responsible AI Adoption in the Gambling Industry

The UNLV International Gaming Institute (IGI) established the AiR Hub to advance the industry’s understanding of the impacts, risks, and opportunities presented by artificial intelligence.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mon, 02/02/2026 - 10:11

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